Course Lecture Titles
24 Lectures
30 minutes / lecture
1. How to Write about Anything
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2. How to Be an Effective Reader
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3. How Literature Can Help (
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4. Shaping Your Voice (
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5. Knowing Your Reader (
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6. The Art of the Essay—How to
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7. How to Organize an Argument
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8. Supporting Your Argument
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9. Finishing Strong (
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10. The Uses of Poetry (
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11. Poetic Diction and Syntax
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12. Drama—Writing Out Loud
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13. What You Can Learn from
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14. Writing and Leadership (
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15. The Rules of Rhetoric (
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16. Invention and Arrangement
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17. Ethos and Pathos (
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18. Finding What You Need (
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19. Using What You Find (
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20. Getting Started—Writing First
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21. Editing—Finding What's
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22. Rewriting—Fixing What's
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23. Avoiding Common Errors in
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24. The Power of Words (
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For thousands of years, writing has been a powerful way for us to
communicate with one another, to share our distinct thoughts and
ideas through the power of words. Even in today's technologically
saturated 21st century, we still express ourselves in writing almost
every single day. And oftentimes, we write to argue our viewpoints,
persuade others that we're right, and share our unique
experiences and perspectives.
But all writing—whether it's a powerful essay, a persuasive letter, a
detailed business report, or an autobiographical story—is at its
most effective and memorable when it's built on the fundamental
critical and analytical skills that transform your words from "good"
writing to "great" writing. Regardless of your subject, your goal, or
your occasion, these skills are the heart and soul of engaging and
effective writing. They include the ability to
organize your thoughts into a coherent piece that never leaves
your reader behind;
make a persuasive argument rooted in solid facts;
draw on the styles and characteristics of various literary
genres;
make responsible use of research materials and outside
resources; and
avoid common grammar errors that could cost you your
credibility.
You'll find the secrets to these and other concepts and methods for
clear and strong writing in the 24 accessible and practical lectures
of Analysis and Critique: How to Engage and Write about
Anything. Delivered by Professor Dorsey Armstrong of Purdue
University—whose work with students involves the art and craft of
analytical and persuasive writing—this course immerses you in
the elements of successful writing. With its engaging literary and
everyday examples, inspirational prompts, and unforgettable
insights, Analysis and Critique makes the perfect reference guide
for both professional and casual writers.
Five Literary Genres, Endless Insights
One of the essential keys of effective writing: understanding
literary genres and the ways their unique styles and characteristics
can shape and inform your own voice. Professor Armstrong
spends the first lectures of her course guiding you through the five
major literary genres and the ways some of their most enduring
examples can show you the path to stronger persuasive and
critical writing.
Fiction: By learning how to actively read a range of short stories and novels by
authors including Jane Austen, Ernest Hemingway, Edgar Allan Poe, and
Charlotte Perkins Gilman, you'll strengthen your ability to understand how a
writer creates his or her "voice," and how a writer conveys particular information
to his or her audience.
Essay: Of all the literary genres, the essay is the richest resource for studying
the characteristics of a powerfully written argument. You'll discover how essays
such as Jonathan Swift's "A Modest Proposal" and Henry David Thoreau's
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"Walden" demonstrate effective strategies for starting, organizing, supporting,
and concluding your arguments.
Poetry: Somewhat surprisingly, poetry has much to offer nonpoetic writers
looking to strengthen their craft—especially its command and flexibility. In
examining the work of poets such as William Carlos Williams, John Donne,
and e. e. cummings, you'll learn how to tap into the power of figurative
language, careful word choices, and dramatic word ordering.
Drama: Speeches, conference papers, and other writing intended for oral
presentation offer their own set of challenges to everyday writers. By using
selected excerpts by William Shakespeare, history's greatest playwright,
Professor Armstrong gives you invaluable tips for mastering the art of tone,
timing, and delivery of writing meant to be spoken out loud.
Autobiography: Writing that draws on your life to achieve a goal or enhance
your credibility isn't as daunting as it may seem. Detailed looks at excerpts
from autobiographies by Benjamin Franklin, Frederick Douglass, and others
offer helpful hints about how much personal information to include, how to take
the most effective approach, and more.
Frequently, the lectures are enhanced with writing prompts and practice examples
—such as rewriting a passage in five different styles or writing an idea from
different narrative perspectives—designed to help you better understand how to
use and apply the insights found in these five genres.
Explore the Fundamentals of Rhetoric
From there, Analysis and Critique turns to a series of lectures that focus on the art
of rhetoric (the foundation of argumentation) and the ways it can help you adapt
your writing to a variety of different situations. And make the most of them.
Rhetorical ideas are so deeply woven into the fabric of Western culture that it's
easy to miss out on opportunities to maximize their benefits in your writing.
Knowing this, Professor Armstrong not only explains them thoroughly but also
shows you how to use them regularly and systematically to make your writing
stronger and more persuasive. Some of the most applicable rhetorical concepts
you explore in this part of the course include
deductive reasoning, a form of reasoning that moves from the knowledge you
already have to the knowledge that has yet to be discovered and articulated;
commonplaces, which are well-known words and phrases that can easily
communicate your theme or topic to your audience; and
pathos, which works to inspire emotion in your readers (particularly feelings of
sympathy).
The increased awareness of classical rhetoric you gain from these particular
lectures will go a long way to helping you become a stronger writer by calling your
attention to the basics of compelling analytical writing. You may never use terms
like "commonplaces" and "pathos" in your actual writing—but understanding how
they work will enhance the importance of what you write and the way you write it.
Get a Step-by-Step Guide to the Writing Process
What about the act of writing itself, which can often be daunting to the most
seasoned writer? You can be drafting a work presentation, a cover letter for a job
application, an editorial for your local newspaper, or a persuasive letter for a public
official—in any case, knowing how to approach the act itself can reap many
rewards.
The final section of Analysis and Critique is a fascinating, step-by-step guide
through the writing process. With her keen eye for providing helpful strategies and
using real-world examples, Professor Armstrong provides answers to frequently
asked questions about each of writing's four major stages:
Researching: How do you determine what your research goals are? Where
should you look for reliable sources of information? How do you narrow your
research focus?
Writing a First Draft: How long does a productive brainstorming session last?
Why is it OK to write a deliberately bad first draft? What are good ways to
conquer writer's block?
Editing: How long should you wait before you start editing your writing? How
can you tell when you've used too many quotations? What grammatical errors
should you watch out for?
Rewriting: What makes a rewrite different from an edit? What specifics should
you pay attention to in rewriting? How do you recast supporting points to better
fit your argument?
Writing Made Effective—and Fun
As a university professor with years of experience, the instructor of a general
education writing course at Purdue University, and a distinguished editor,
Professor Armstrong spends nearly every day in the company of writing—both
good and bad. She knows which techniques work and which do not. She knows
the common pitfalls, concerns, and fears that most writers have. And she knows
just how important effective writing skills are in expressing yourself successfully to
others.
But even more important than her experience working with writers and her
knowledge of the craft is the way Professor Armstrong makes writing feel like a fun
process of self-discovery. Her lectures are always engaging, always accessible,
and always filled with information and takeaways that you can use any time you
need to write.
So tap into the power of effective writing with Analysis and Critique, and learn what
it's like to have a masterful and supportive instructor standing right by your side as
you learn the ways to write about practically anything.
About Your Professor
Dr. Dorsey Armstrong is Associate Professor of English and Medieval Literature at
Purdue University, where she has taught since 2002. The holder of an A.B. in
English and Creative Writing from Stanford University and a Ph.D. in Medieval
Literature from Duke University, she also taught at Centenary College of Louisiana
and at California State University, Long Beach.
Her research interests include medieval women writers, late-medieval print
culture, and the Arthurian legend, on which she has published extensively,
including the 2009 book Sir Thomas Malory's Morte Darthur: A New Modern
English Translation Based on the Winchester Manuscript and Gender and the
Chivalric Community in Sir Thomas Malory's Morte d'Arthur , published in 2003. In
January 2009, she became editor-in-chief of the academic journal Arthuriana,
which publishes the most cutting-edge research on the legend of King Arthur, from
its medieval origins to its enactments in the present moment.
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While this course works well in all formats, the DVD version features a wealth of
visual elements to enhance your experience. Prominent among these are the
dozens of on-screen textual examples that allow you to visually break down the
components of great writing.
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